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Kurt Warner advises Raiders against starting Fernando Mendoza over Kirk Cousins

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 1:40 PM

Last updated Oct 21, 2026

Kurt Warner advises Raiders against starting Fernando Mendoza over Kirk Cousins

Summary

Kurt Warner expressed his opinion about the Las Vegas Raiders' quarterback situation amid a three-game losing streak. Head coach Klint Kubiak named Kirk Cousins the starting quarterback for the season, but the team is now struggling after an unbeaten start. Warner suggested that while Cousins has not excelled in recent games, he is still giving the team a competitive edge. The Raiders will face the Los Angeles Rams next, a game that could help them regain momentum.

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Status Watch

•Raiders lost three straight games against Chiefs, Patriots, and Bills.
•Cousins threw only one touchdown against the Patriots.
•Warner believes moving to Mendoza is premature.
•Next game for the Raiders is against the Rams.
•The Raiders are one win behind the Broncos in the AFC West.

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1:40 PMYahoo Sports — Kurt Warner shares Fernando Mendoza verdict after what he’s seen from Kirk Cousins

What they're saying

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he Las Vegas Raiders have hit a real bump in the road, having lost their last three games, which is raising questions over their quarterback situation. First time head coach Klint Kubiak made veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins his starter ahead of the 2026 season.
— Yahoo Sports

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